Subhechcha Ganguly 
Q1) Since when did you recognize your calling as an author?
It all started when I was a 16year old boy when I first went to a public library and saw those thousands of books, beautifully stacked on the bookshelves. It was love at first sight for me with the books. At that moment, I had a dream … a dream to see my name printed on the cover of a book and to see those books on these bookshelves one day. That dream has now been fulfilled. It was that one dream which that young book had so many years ago that made it possible for me to be an Author.
Q2) “Relationships” are the most talked about topic today amongst the youth. How much research did it take for you to come up with this topic?
I am a Therapeutic Counsellor by profession and have 9 years of experience in the field helping students and clients with their personal and relationship problems. The book is the result of the many years of casework experiences that I had working with students, clients and married couples. Well, I must say that there are a few points that I have included in the book based on my personal experience also. What I have noticed during my casework is that most of the couples were making the same silly mistakes very often, so I thought why not compile them and write a book so that others will learn from their mistakes and will understand where they are going wrong in their relationship before things become messier.
Q3) Tell us your thoughts on a proper relationship.
Well, now this one is hard to answer. Anyways, I will try to answer. For me, a proper relationship is one where there is mutual respect for each other, and freedom to be true to yourself and your partner. A relationship is a big responsibility. Love alone is not enough when you plan to share your life with someone. Consistency, Commitment, stability, security and respect are important in a relationship. A relationship is a lot of work.
Q4) Social Media has very much affected the thought of a relationship and even mental health. What is your take on it ?
Absolutely, thanks to free access to so much OTT and uncensored content in social media, the youth are drawn into chaotic relationships. Relationships in youth, nowadays are driven by urges rather than values. They are more into finding stimulations that will satisfy their urges rather than seeking commitments. There has to be proper control over what is depicted in social media about relationships. The contents of social media are fuelling the restless youth’s desperate urges for companionship and courtships. We need content that encourages more social values and emotional bonds.
Q5) Any advice you want to give to future authors who want to write their own book ?
Yes, dreams do come true if you have the will to work for them. Don’t worry about the results, just start the process. It’s always the starting that is difficult. But once you start then it becomes easy. So, take your pen and paper and start pouring out your thoughts and ideas. Start now
Q6) You also have an interest in human psychology, and classic literature. Do you get time to research these topics and read books in your hectic schedule?
Well, as they say, if you are really interested you will find a way, if not you will find excuses. Nobody gets extra time; we have to prioritise and make time for the things we look at. No one is ever too busy, it’s all about priorities, and for me, research and books will always have time in my daily schedule.
